JM82 Biscuit Joiner Review

This biscuit joiner from Ryobi is a fine tool for occasional trim carpentry and basic woodworking projects

This biscuit joiner is heavy and poorly balanced, but the D-handle is comfortable to grip. The fence adjusts to angles from 0 to 135 degrees with detents at 45 and 90 degrees. The height adjustment reaches a full 2 in. Although there was some play in the base of this joiner, it otherwise seemed well-made. It has the most effective dust bag of the tools in our test. It cuts slots only for #0, #10, and #20 biscuits, but these are all that are needed for most joinery. The slot-size setting can be calibrated by adjusting a locking nut. The blade was difficult to change, but for the price, this is a fine tool for occasional trim carpentry and basic woodworking projects. The Craftsman 315.175390 is the same tool with only insignificant differences.

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Editor Test Results:

Overall Rating

N/A

Performance level

Entry level

Manufacturer Specifications:

Manufacturer

Ryobi

Manufacturer's Web Site

www.ryobitools.com

Manufacturer's Phone Number

800-525-2579

Weight

8 lb.

Dimensions

N/A

Biscuit Sizes

#0, #10, #20

Fence Features

Adjusts to angles from 0 to 135 degrees, with detents at 45 and 90 degrees.